Scotland players Bruce Douglas, Gregor Townsend and Nikki Walker, together with Semo Sititi and Tanner Vili of Samoa, trained at Netherdale yesterday and coach Tony Gilbert confirmed that all five will be considered for selection for Friday's Celtic League match away to Ulster.

The international profile of Sititi, Samoa's captain at the World Cup, has risen considerably thanks to his performances in Australia, and over the weekend he was named as one of the players of the tournament and the best No 8 by a number of commentators.

"For the first time this season we have close to a full squad for Friday's game," said Gilbert. "The only concern we have is that Stevie Scott has been carrying an injury and well have to check on him this week. But its great to see the World Cup players back and they're all pleased to be back."